1
as in message
a piece of conveyed information
the latest communication from the crew of the space station
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as in contact
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation
we haven't been in communication with him since he left for the Alaskan wilderness
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Recent Examples of communication
Tilton has used Werewolf in the classroom to teach small-group communication.
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Julie Beck, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
Create a family communication plan.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
That’s why Todd Burke, vice president of communications for Visit Greater Palm Springs, has a system to safeguard against app meltdowns.
—Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
In astrology, Mercury is the planet of communication, thought processes and one’s immediate surroundings.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
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Julie Beck, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
Create a family communication plan.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
That’s why Todd Burke, vice president of communications for Visit Greater Palm Springs, has a system to safeguard against app meltdowns.
—Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
In astrology, Mercury is the planet of communication, thought processes and one’s immediate surroundings.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for communication
Noun
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Another feature that will be added soon is the ability to type messages by mimicking your handwriting on a surface.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
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The message, transmitted via the first transatlantic cable, marked a milestone in diplomatic communication.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In November 2023, the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology introduced new social media regulations, requiring platforms to register with the government, set up a local contact point, appoint a grievance officer and designate an oversight official.—
Nir Kshetri,
The Conversation,
14 Sep. 2025
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Conventional cooling systems often rely on cold plates that offer indirect contact with battery cells, which can result in uneven temperature distribution.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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As previously reported by PEOPLE, the person of interest whom authorities believe killed Kirk was described in law enforcement dispatch audio as wearing all-black clothing and tactical gear.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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Green Bay’s 27-13 dispatch of Detroit -- and the instant impact of new defensive star Micah Parsons -- was convincing.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Both injuries have significant implications for fantasy, as Jacory Croskey-Merritt is assured more touches in Washington moving forward; in Green Bay, Matthew Golden will have more chances to show his skills with Reed out in Week 3 and beyond.—
Jess Bryant,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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The businesses that master the balance between using AI to gather insights while maintaining the human touch will be the ones customers choose to return to.—
Shep Hyken,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Communication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communication. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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